Maui Business
American Savings Bank Chief Financial Officer Retiring April 30
American Savings Bank today announced that executive vice president and chief financial officer Alvin Sakamoto will retire effective April 30, 2012.
Hirono Issues Remarks on Equal Pay Day
Congresswoman Mazie K. Hirono issued a public statement today in honor of Equal Pay Day.
Three TJ Maxx Stores to Open on Oahu
TJMaxx, one of the nation’s largest off-price retailers, is opening a Ward Center store on May 3 followed by stores at Pearl City Gateway and Pearlridge Center Uptown.
UH Maui College Holds Transfer & Career Fair April 18
On April 18, UH Maui College invites students, soon-to-be graduates or alumni seeking an internship or employment to attend their transfer and career fair.
First Hawaiian: Business Activity Highest in Two Years
According to the latest First Hawaiian Bank Business Activity Report, “same store sales” for the first quarter 2011 are up 10.38% over the same period last year.
Post Offices Offer Late Collection for Tax Day
Eight Maui post offices will offer late collection of mail from specially marked collection boxes on federal Tax Day, Tuesday, April 17, to accommodate last second filers.
NYK Begins New Asia-Hawaii Shipping Line
Starting in early May, NYK will begin a new direct service linking Asia with Honolulu.
Business Leaders Headline HELP Expo/Mixer
The HELP Small Business-Entrepreneurial Expo and Networking Mixer will be held this Friday, April 13 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the King Kamehameha Golf Club in Waikapu.
Filming of Blue Lagoon Remake Wraps on Maui
The filming of the Lifetime Channel movie “The Blue Lagoon,” just wrapped up recently on Maui.
Hawaiian Starts 2-Day Mainland Sale
Hawaiian Airlines today began a two-day “Spring Savings Sale” offering special low round-trip fares between Honolulu and six western US cities.
Maui Condo Sales Up Sharply, Homes Level
The Realtors Association of Maui has released figures showing that condominium sales were up sharply on Maui as were condo prices for the month of March 2012.
Allegiant Begins Fresno, Vegas to Honolulu Flights
Allegiant announces the company will begin new, nonstop air service from the mainland to Honolulu.
Lobster and Kona Crab Season Closes May 1
The Department of Land and Natural Resources reminds the public that the season for taking spiny and slipper lobsters and Kona crabs will close on Tuesday, May 1.
Baldwin Robotics Heads to World Championships
Baldwin Robotics is heading to the VEX Robotics World Championships in Anaheim, California to compete against teams from nearly 20 different countries from April 19-21.
Local Boy Named Travaasa Hana General Manager
Travaasa Destinations has announced the appointment of Danny Mynar, a third generation Hana resident, to general manager of the 70-room Travaasa Hana hotel.
Raising the Bar: Maui Powerhouse Gym Grand Opening
In three short months since opening, the gym has been renovated and brand new, state of the art cardio machines and strength machines have been added.
Hawaiian Offering Special Interisland Fares
Following the addition of three aircraft to its neighbor island fleet and the introduction of its Maui hub, Hawaiian Airlines today announced a short-term interisland fare promotion.
Kahoolawe Trolling Permitted Two Weekends In April
The Kahoolawe Island Reserve Commission (KIRC) has announced the trolling schedule for permitted vessels for the month of April.
Air Seat Growth Projected for Second Quarter
The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) is forecasting 5.8% growth in total scheduled seat capacity between April and June 2012.
Wailea Gateway Center Grand Opening Celebration Saturday
On Saturday, April 7, the public is invited to the grand opening celebration at the Wailea Gateway Center between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
